Westlake에 대한 매도 수량은 투자자에게 Westlake의 주식 하락에 베팅하는 정도를 알려줍니다. 매도 수량 데이터는 2주마다 업데이트됩니다.

Westlake (NYSE:WLK) 주식, 공매도 수량 보고

Westlake

Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.

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Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.31) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.68 by 145.59 percent. This is a 123.13 percent decrease over earnings of $1.34 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.85 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $2.95 billion by 3.52 percent. This is a 4.34 percent decrease over sales of $2.98 billion the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

Westlake Q1 EPS $(0.31) Misses $0.68 Estimate, Sales $2.85B Miss $2.95B Estimate

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• NatWest Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWG#NYSE">NWG</a>) is expected to report earnings for its first quarter. 
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Earnings Scheduled For May 2, 2025

Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Friday, 2025-05-02. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Westlake will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.96.
Anticipation surrounds Westlake's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $1.03 in the last quarter, leading to a 2.34% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Westlake's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>2.20</td>
<td>1.99</td>
<td>1.02</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>2.40</td>
<td>1.34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746108102_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Westlake were trading at $92.43 as of April 30. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 39.2%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Insights on Westlake</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Westlake.
The consensus rating for Westlake is Buy, based on 16 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $125.75, there's a potential 36.05% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Overview</h3>
The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Cabot, Hawkins and Olin, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Cabot, with an average 1-year price target of $84.0, suggesting a potential 9.12% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Hawkins, with an average 1-year price target of $141.0, suggesting a potential 52.55% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Olin, with an average 1-year price target of $29.56, suggesting a potential 68.02% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peers Comparative Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for Cabot, Hawkins and Olin, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Westlake</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>0.60%</td>
<td>$328M</td>
<td>0.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cabot</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-0.31%</td>
<td>$235M</td>
<td>6.59%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hawkins</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>8.49%</td>
<td>$48.42M</td>
<td>3.34%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olin</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>3.51%</td>
<td>$157.90M</td>
<td>0.52%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Westlake ranks at the top for Revenue Growth with 0.60%. It is in the middle for Gross Profit at $328M. Westlake is at the bottom for Return on Equity with 0.07%.
<h3>Discovering Westlake: A Closer Look</h3>
Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Westlake's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Westlake showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.6% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Materials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Westlake's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 0.25%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Westlake's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 0.07%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Westlake's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.03%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Westlake's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.5, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
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A Peek at Westlake's Future Earnings

Westlake's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) short percent of float has risen 17.37% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.16 million shares sold short, which is 9.46% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.41 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Westlake Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746039622_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Westlake has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Westlake's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Westlake's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.93%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around Westlake?

In the current market session, Westlake Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) price is at $93.38, after a 0.34% increase. However, over the past month, the stock fell by 6.60%, and in the past year, by 37.40%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is undervalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745964019_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Evaluating Westlake P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Westlake has a better P/E ratio of 20.06 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 19.43 of the Chemicals industry. Ideally, one might believe that Westlake Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745964019_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

A Look Into Westlake Inc's Price Over Earnings

B of A Securities analyst Steve Byrne maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $116 to $103.

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $103

Analysts' ratings for Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 16 analysts.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $129.81, a high estimate of $168.00, and a low estimate of $105.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 10.92%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744657244_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
A clear picture of Westlake's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $132.00&#x7C;$155.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joshua Spector &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $127.00&#x7C;$144.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Neivert &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $105.00&#x7C;$120.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Cunningham &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $155.00&#x7C;$166.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Neivert &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$135.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Zekauskas &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$135.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Viswanathan &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $133.00&#x7C;$147.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Neel Kumar &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $122.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John McNulty &#x7C;BMO Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Market Perform &#x7C; $132.00&#x7C;$157.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $166.00&#x7C;$168.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$160.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Steve Byrne &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$134.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Leithead &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$175.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $168.00&#x7C;- &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Westlake. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Westlake compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Westlake's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Westlake's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Westlake: A Closer Look</h2>
Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.
<h3>Financial Insights: Westlake</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Westlake's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 0.6%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: Westlake's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 0.25%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Westlake's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 0.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Westlake's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.03%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Westlake's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.5, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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What 16 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Westlake

Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $155 to $132.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $132

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Sison maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $130 to $110.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $110

UBS analyst Joshua Spector maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $144 to $127.

UBS Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $127

Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $120 to $105.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $105

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Citigroup analyst Patrick Cunningham maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $130 to $116.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $116

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Shares of companies within the broader materials sector are trading lower as markets react to President Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs.

Westlake shares are trading lower after Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating and lowered its price target from $166 to $155.

Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $166 to $155.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $155

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
<ul>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert downgraded the rating for Westlake Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and lowered the price target from $135 to $120. Westlake shares closed at $100.68 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WLK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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In the last three months, 13 analysts have published ratings on Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Westlake, presenting an average target of $133.92, a high estimate of $168.00, and a low estimate of $110.00. This current average has decreased by 10.47% from the previous average price target of $149.58. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742990423_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Westlake by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Zekauskas</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Viswanathan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$133.00</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neel Kumar</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McNulty</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Osterland</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Byrne</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Leithead</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Osterland</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neel Kumar</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Westlake. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Westlake compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Westlake's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Westlake's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Westlake</h2>
Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.
<h3>Breaking Down Westlake's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Westlake showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.6% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: Westlake's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.25%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Westlake's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.07%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.03%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.5, Westlake adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Westlake Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (13 Ratings)

Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert downgrades Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and lowers the price target from $135 to $120.

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